NOW Foods Supplements, Ultra Omega-3 Molecularly Distilled and Enteric Coated, 180 Softgels Review

4.8 (4,200) Amazon rating$23.679,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

NOW's Ultra Omega-3 softgels are enteric coated and molecularly distilled, marketed for both brain and heart health support in an unflavored, 180-count bottle. A 4.8 rating across 4,200 reviews suggests this concentrated version holds up well against the brand's standard formula.

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Best for

Shoppers who want a higher-potency, enteric-coated omega-3 softgel with combined brain and heart health framing.

Skip if

You prefer a lower-count bottle to start, or want a flavored liquid format instead of softgels.

  • Form Softgel
  • Count 180 Count
  • Flavor Unflavored
  • Type Omega
  • Diet Halal, Keto, Kosher
  • Benefits Brain Health Support, Heart Health Support
  • Priced 21% below the category median ($29.99 across 130 tracked models)

Pros

  • Enteric coated softgel format
  • Dual brain and heart health label claims
  • Halal, keto, and kosher designations
  • High review volume of 4,200 with a 4.8 average rating

Cons

  • Priced higher than NOW's standard 100-count Omega-3 softgel
  • Unflavored softgel only, no liquid or gummy option

Our scorecard

4.8/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.8/5

    4.8 average across 4,200 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.9/5

    4,200 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

This is NOW's Ultra strength Omega-3 softgel, enteric coated and molecularly distilled, in an unflavored 180-count bottle. It carries halal, keto, and kosher designations along with dairy-free, egg-free, and non-GMO claims.

The label markets it for both brain health and heart health support, which sets it apart from NOW's standard Omega-3 softgel that is framed mainly around cardiovascular support. The enteric coating is intended to help the softgel pass through the stomach before breaking down.

At $23.67 for 180 softgels and a 4.8 rating across 4,200 reviews, with about 9,000 units bought last month, this version appears to be a popular step up from the brand's entry-level omega-3 product.

Specifications

FormSoftgel
Count180 Count
FlavorUnflavored
TypeOmega
DietHalal, Keto, Kosher
BenefitsBrain Health Support, Heart Health Support
AllergensDairy Free, Egg Free, Non-Gmo

Performance notes

The 'Ultra' naming and enteric coating distinguish this from NOW's base Omega-3 softgel, and the label pairs brain health support with the more common heart health claim. The 180-count size gives a longer supply than the 90 or 100-count options in this lineup.

What buyers say

A 4.8 average rating across 4,200 reviews and roughly 9,000 units bought in the past month indicate this is one of the more actively purchased products in the set, with sentiment on par with NOW's other well-reviewed omega-3 items.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between this and NOW's standard Omega-3 softgel?

This Ultra version is enteric coated and is labeled for both brain and heart health support, while NOW's standard 100-count softgel is framed mainly around cardiovascular support. The Ultra version is also priced higher per bottle.

What does the enteric coating do?

An enteric coating is designed to help a softgel pass through the stomach before it breaks down further in the digestive tract. This is a formulation detail listed on the label rather than a guaranteed outcome for every user.

Is this suitable for a kosher or halal kitchen?

The label lists halal, keto, and kosher designations. If dietary certification is important to you, check the packaging for the specific certifying body.

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